In qualifying Friday morning (Australia time), Michael Phelps advanced to the men's 100 free final with a time of 48.45. Former Cal star Nathan Adrian set a meet record 48.05 to top qualifying. Franklin was timed in 53.75 in the women's 100 free and qualified for the final.

Yachting

Five challengers signed up for the chance to take on Larry Ellison's Oracle Team USA in the 2017 America's Cup. Teams from New Zealand, Italy, Britain, Sweden and France paid the $1 million first installment of the $2 million entry fee. Oracle rallied to beat Emirates Team New Zealand in the 34th regatta on San Francisco Bay in 2013. Russell Coutts, CEO of the Bay Area-based Oracle Team USA, will decide between San Diego and Bermuda for the venue.